All manuscripts submitted to the Journal of Quantitative Economics (JQE) undergo a Double-Blind Peer Review process. In this model, neither the authors nor the reviewers are aware of each other’s identities.
The editorial decision for each article is based on an initial editorial assessment followed by evaluation from expert reviewers. The review timeline may vary depending on the subject area, the complexity of the research, and the quality of the manuscript.
All submissions to JQE must be original contributions that:
Initial Editorial Assessment
The Editor-in-Chief evaluates the manuscript for thematic relevance to the journal’s scope and overall scientific merit. If deemed unsuitable, the manuscript is returned to the author(s) without further review.
Format and Style Check
The editorial office checks the manuscript for compliance with the JQE Submission Guidelines. If formatting or style issues are found, the manuscript is returned to the author(s) for correction before peer review.
Sending for Peer Review
Once all files are complete and meet formatting requirements, the manuscript is sent simultaneously to at least two qualified reviewers under the Double-Blind system.
Receiving Review Reports & Requesting Revisions
Review feedback is communicated to the corresponding author, who is requested to submit a revised manuscript addressing all reviewer and editor comments.
Final Review of Revised Manuscript
The revised version is sent back to the same reviewers (when possible) to confirm that corrections have been properly implemented.
Editorial Board Decision
The reviewers’ final recommendations and reports are presented at an editorial board meeting, where the official acceptance or rejection decision is made.
Scheduling for Publication
Accepted manuscripts are queued for publication in an upcoming issue.
Final Proof & Author Approval
After typesetting and copyediting, the final proof is sent to the corresponding author for approval before the article appears online and in print.
